Best and Worst States to Retire in 2017
When it’s time to relax and enjoy your golden years, knowing where to retire is just as important as knowing when. These are the conditions that will keep you more money in your pocket after retirement, as well as some of them to avoid.
To find the best places to live, WalletHub financial analysts compared 31 retirement-friendly metrics across all 50 states. This data includes general availability, healthcare, home service costs, taxes, crime rates, and even entertainment. Here are five of the best places to retire according to their experts:
- Florida
- Wyoming
- North Dakota
- Iowa
- Colorado
The states best avoided are Rhode Island, Alaska, D.C., Connecticut and, surprisingly, Hawaii. The state of Aloha received average ratings for the quality of life on the roads and is one of the most expensive states in the union. You can see the rest of the rankings and learn more about their methodology at the link below.
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